Production Manager - Converting

Production Manager – Converting –
Weidmann Electrical Technology

Full-time, onsite

700 W Court St, Urbana, OH 43078, USA

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

The Weidmann Group of companies is active in some of the world’s most vital fields namely energy and medical. Our technology and our knowhow contribute crucial resources to a worldwide market, whether it be leading the global market in transformer electrical insulation, keeping the lights on for billions of consumers, or the delivery of a breakthrough drug through our advanced plastics technologies for medical and pharmaceutical applications.

The Converting Manager is a key member of the Site Management Team (SMT), providing senior level expertise to the manufacturing site’s Converting department. This role ensures that the production of products and processes meets or exceeds safety, quality, service, and productivity expectations.

• Lead by example in a values-driven culture, aligning teams with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
• Manage 24/7 converting operations, including supervisors and frontline production teams, while developing talent and succession plans.
• Champion a safety-first culture with continuous training, accident prevention, OSHA/ISO compliance, and active safety engagement.
• Drive operational excellence through ownership of KPIs (OEE, yield, throughput, scrap, changeovers, delivery performance).
• Support site and departmental goals, manage customer complaints, and oversee finishing processes.
• Implement Lean Six Sigma, daily management systems, Gemba walks, and Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement.
• Standardize SOPs, visual management, equipment standards, and root cause problem-solving.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Logistics to ensure reliability, efficiency, and schedule adherence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership in 24/7 manufacturing operations.
• Proven expertise in make-to-order production, Lean Six Sigma and TPM methodologies.
• Experience with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 preferred.
• Strong ERP proficiency required; SAP experience preferred. Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, One Note).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to lead across all organizational levels.
• Strong financial acumen, with direct experience in labor planning, budget management, and cost optimization.
• Track record of developing leaders, building succession pipelines, and driving organizational change.

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day.
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee referral program.
• Additional company programs include:
  Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement.
• An award‑winning atmosphere! Weidmann was named Best Employer of Champaign County.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced that a diverse and inclusive work environment increases mutual understanding and innovation of our business.

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